The all-new 2010 Mazda 3 sedan has unveiled in LA Auto Show November 2008 while after one month later in Bologna Auto Show, the 2010 Mazda hatchback was revealed.


Two engines are available for the 2010 Mazda 3 Sedan in American market – both are inline-4 units. One is a 2.0 liter unit producing 148hp at 6,500rpm and 183Nm of torque at 4,500rpm, while the larger one is a 2.5 liter unit producing 167hp at 6,000rpm and 228Nm of torque at 4,000rpm.
The 2010 Mazda3 Sedan Photos.





For the Euro version, the Mazda3 hatchback gets a newly developed 2.2 liter turbodiesel engine with two options also – a high-power version with a maximum output of 182hp and another standard spec version with 147 horsepower of maximum output.
The 2010 Mazda 3 Hatchback photos.




The electric power steering now has improved to a 3-point mounting instead of 2-point mounting to reduce the vibrations transferred through rough roadway. The lower control arm bushes, sub-frame bushes and mounting bushes have been stiffened to improve steering feel and response as well as cornering grip. The braking system also gets an improvement – a new vacuum booster for better pedal response. The body joints of Mazda 3 on the chassis have been improved for better sound proof. The rear mono-tube shocks have also been recalibrated, and the front and rear anti-roll bars have a new more substantial mounting arrangement.
Other optional features include Bluetooth connectivity, keyless entry and push-button start.